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Punong Barangay
Jhonny A. Gawang(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Liwan West · Data updated 2026-05-28
About Barangay Liwan West
Situated in Rizal, Kalinga, Barangay Liwan West is one of 14 barangays that make up the municipality within CAR.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Liwan West had a population of 3,543. This made it the 1st largest of 14 barangays in Rizal by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Liwan West accounted for approximately 17.29% of the total population of Rizal, which stood at 20,491 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Liwan West moved from 3,157 residents to 3,543, an intercensal change of +12.2%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Liwan West is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Rizal is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Liwan West, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Kalinga, which contains 153 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Liwan West ranks 11th by 2024 POPCEN population. Kalinga is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
Compiled from official Philippine Statistics Authority census data and Philippine Standard Geographic Code records. Reviewed and published by the Barangay Directory editorial team. See our methodology for sources, verification process, and update cadence.
Important: Officials shown here reflect the 2023 - 2026 term. Barangay leadership can change due to resignation, succession, or special circumstances. Always verify directly with Rizal or the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction, legal matter, or formal communication. The next Barangay and SK Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
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Population history of Barangay Liwan West from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,672
—
—
2020 CPH
3,157
+485
+18.2%
2024 POPCEN
3,543
+386
+12.2%
2015–2020: +18.2% total (+3.39%/yr).2020–2024: +12.2% total (+2.93%/yr).
Source: PSA Census of Population (2015), Census of Population and Housing (2020), and POPCEN (2024) as published by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Figures are official as declared by Proclamation.
Comparative Context
2024 POPCEN
Rank in Rizal
1stof 14
Among the top 10% of Rizal by population.
Share of Rizal
17.3%
of the municipality's total 20,491 residents.
Rank in Kalinga
11thof 153
Province-wide percentile: 93.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Rizal (municipality) class
4th
Parent municipality income class — influences LGU services and budget that reach this barangay.
Rankings derived from the most recent PSA population data for each barangay. Classifications sourced from the Philippine Statistics Authority and Bureau of Local Government Finance.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Liwan West
Where is Barangay Liwan West located?▾
Barangay Liwan West is a barangay in the municipality of Rizal, Kalinga, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Liwan West hall?▾
Barangay Liwan West is located in Rizal, Kalinga, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Liwan West?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Liwan West is Jhonny A. Gawang (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Liwan West?▾
You can contact Barangay Liwan West via phone at 09759021886.
What municipality is Barangay Liwan West part of?▾
Barangay Liwan West is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Rizal, Kalinga, Philippines.
Is Barangay Liwan West urban or rural?▾
Barangay Liwan West is officially classified as rural by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Rural classification is applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use — often agricultural, coastal, or upland areas with more dispersed housing.
What is the income classification of Rizal?▾
Rizal is classified as a 4th by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the municipality's annual regular income and broadly indicates the size of the local government's budget for services like health, sanitation, peace and order, and infrastructure that reach barangays such as Barangay Liwan West.
Has the population of Barangay Liwan West been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Liwan West went from 3,157 residents to 3,543 — a change of +12.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Liwan West in?▾
Barangay Liwan West is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Kalinga, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Rizal.
How many barangays are in Rizal?▾
Rizal has 14 barangays, including Barangay Liwan West. You can browse the full list on our Rizal page.
How many residents does Barangay Liwan West have?▾
Barangay Liwan West had a population of 3,543 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Liwan West?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Rizal is 3526. In most Philippine municipalities, this same ZIP applies to every barangay in the city. However, in NCR cities (Manila, Quezon City, Makati, etc.) and a few large cities like Cebu City, Davao City, and Baguio, each barangay may have its own ZIP code. For the most accurate ZIP for Barangay Liwan West, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Liwan West was last updated on 2026-05-28. Barangay leadership, contact information, and hours can change — always verify directly with the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction.
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